Election Roundup (5/8/12)

The Humboldt Deputy Sheriffs Organization has endorsed Humboldt County 3rd District Supervisor Mark Lovelace in his campaign for reelection. In a press release, Humboldt County detective and president of the organization Steve Quenell cites Lovelace's leadership, commitment to community safety, and respect for those in public safety.

Quenell said Lovelace has been willing to dive deep into the details of complex policy issues.

Would-be Green Party nominee visiting Humboldt County

Jill Stein, campaigning to be the Green Party's presidential nominee, will be in Humboldt County today and Wednesday.

According to a press release, Stein, a medical doctor, was recently endorsed by Noam Chomsky and is an award-winning researcher, a board member for Physicians for Social Responsibility and an advocate for environmental health policy.

Stein will be at a house party tonight beginning at 6:30 p.m. at 1402 M St. in Eureka. On Wednesday, Stein will be at the Labor Temple, 840 E St. in Eureka, at 2:30 p.m., and at Portuguese Hall, 1183 11th St. in Arcata, at 7 p.m.

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